Saturday, December 19:  Hula Kahiko Performance. Hula halau from across Hawai`i and beyond have been invited to perform in a one-of-a-kind outdoor setting at the kahua hula (platform) in the Hawai`i Volcanoes National Park, located just a short walking distance from the Volcano Art Gallery in Ka`auea. 10:30 a.m.  Audience members are encouraged to bring […]

Thursday, December 19:  Kona Harp Ensemble – Celtic Christmas.  Ancient Hawaiian Music and the Spirit of Christmas meet at Kahilu Theatre, featuring three Harps and Woodwinds - including Clarinet, Sax, Hawaiian Bambooflutes, Shakuhachi and Bansuri flutes. Enjoy listening to music by Bach, Pachelbel, Tchaikovsky, O’Carolan, traditional Hawaiian, Celtic, Japanese and Indian Music.  Kahilu Theatre, 67-1186 […]

Friday, December 20:  Jingle Bell Beach Run – 5K & 1-Mile Runs.  The Jingle Bell Beach Run began in December of 2005 in an effort to kick off Christmas week with a bang. Awards are given out to the top overall finishers as well as the top three best dressed Christmas costumes. Raffle prizes follow […]

Monday & Tuesday, December 21 & 22: The Nutcracker Ballet.  Over 50 local dancers, guest dancers from the Maui Academy of Performing Arts and professional dancers from the Carolina & Bolshoi Ballet will make the ballet come to life. A Chinese auction in the lobby will benefit West Hawai`i Dance Theatre & Academy's ongoing programs […]

Sunday, December 27:  Wailea Village Mochi Pounding. Celebrate making traditional rice cakes the "old-fashioned" way.  Everyone takes their turn at pounding the glutinous sticky rice for good luck. Hearty local style lunch for $5. New Year’s crafts, calligraphy & floral arrangements, plantation stories, Okinawan taiko drumming, Hawaiian entertainment & more.  Akiko's Buddhist Bed & Breakfast, […]

January 1 – 8:  Waimea Film Festival. Join in important discussion, exciting adventure, epic surf, rich culture, compelling speakers, dynamic exhibits, and meaningful conversation. Topics include voyaging and The World Wide Voyage of Hokule`a, the 21st anniversary of the voyaging canoe Makali`i, Hawaiian and other island cultures and history, awe-inspiring surf, daring adventure, the issues affecting […]

The “Emily T. Gail Talks Story” show is found on espnhawaii.com on line, all the time and via Facebook/emilytgailtalkstory and a free iTunes podcast. Emily "talks story​"​ with recreational, high school and professional athletes, along with coaches, parents, organizers and members of print and broadcast media. She talks about all sports, at all levels and […]

Every Friday:  Aloha Fridays at Hawai`i Volcanoes National Park.  A free hands-on demonstration lesson is given in a cultural craft that varies each week. Volcano Art Center Gallery porch in Hawai`i Volcanoes National Park. 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.  Free (donations welcome); park entrance fees apply. For information call (808) 967-8222 or visit www.volcanoartcenter.org.

Every Monday:  Te Ao Maohi: The Land of the Natives.  Experience the Culture and Traditions of the Polynesian people, as well as the stories of Polynesia’s ancestors.  The Shops at Mauna Lani, 68-1330 Mauna Lani Dr., Kohala Coast. 7 p.m.  For information visit www.teeaoteturama.com.

Every Tuesday Morning:  BikeWorks Beach & Sport – Queens Marketplace. Free fun road ride for cyclists of all levels at 8:30 a.m. Rental bikes available. Get Updates on all the BikeWorks activites on the Emily T Gail Show at www.espnhawaii.com under the lineup or visit www.bikeworkshawaii.com. Queens Marketplace, Waikoloa Beach Rd. For information about other […]